Manufacturing Engineer — Automation & Process Improvement

Axis Communications; Patterson; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health benefits from Day 1

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Canplas Industries Ltd. is hiring a permanent full-time Manufacturing Engineer in Barrie, Ontario. You will lead cross-functional projects, drive process improvements, and support equipment automation while ensuring safety and quality.

The role offers a dynamic, hands-on environment with opportunities to impact multiple plant operations. The position requires a post-secondary engineering degree, 2+ years in manufacturing, CAD exposure (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering degree required.
• 2+ years in manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.
• Experience coordinating or leading projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end engineering projects from analysis to production readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes, equipment, and plant efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality and partners on projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets and timelines.
• Support plant layout design, workflow optimization, and ergonomics.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality and costs.
• Act as change agent for new technologies and processes.

Skills

Project coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Canplas Industries Ltd. is hiring a permanent full-time Manufacturing Engineer in Barrie, Ontario. You will lead cross-functional projects, drive process improvements, and support equipment automation while ensuring safety and quality.

The role offers a dynamic, hands-on environment with opportunities to impact multiple plant operations. The position requires a post-secondary engineering degree, 2+ years in manufacturing, CAD exposure (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and strong problem-solving abilities.